Bonegi I
Also known as: Hirokawa Maru
Best time to dive
April to October; November to March
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- Sea turtlePossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes, shallow bow section (around 5m) is snorkelable from the beach
Safety notes
Surge/surf at the shore entry, silt and heavy coral encrustation causing navigation confusion, open/collapsed deck sections that tempt penetration beyond training, occasional strong surface chop
Permits & fees
No formal marine-park permit; site accessed via public beach at Bonegi/Mbonege, some informal landowner/parking fee may apply at the beach access point (amount not confirmed from live sources)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Honiara
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.